Charleston, WV (December 23, 2024) – On Sunday, December 22, there were reported injuries in the aftermath of a car crash in the Charleston area. The collision took place at around 10:57 a.m. at the corner of Wertz Avenue and Dennison Drive. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render aid to the involved parties.
Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further treatment. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. The roadway was temporarily closed as emergency crews worked to provide aid to the involved parties. Local authorities advised nearby drivers to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays. No additional information is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation, and more updates will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Crashes in West Virginia
Driver distraction is a rapidly growing issue all across the country, including right here in West Virginia. A large number of serious crashes are caused by distracted drivers, with cell phone use being one of the worst offenders. Statistics show that nearly 26 percent of all car accidents in West Virginia are caused by drivers who are not paying attention. Across the state, cell phone use was tied for the most common reason for a distracted driving accident, along with other activities behind the wheel, including eating, drinking, and smoking. You can easily travel the length of a whole football field in the time it takes to send a single text message at highway speeds. If you or a loved one is unfairly hurt by a reckless driver, it’s important that you do everything in your power to get the most out of your case by working closely with a competent legal team. You do not want to take any chances with your recovery following a serious crash. Contact a Charleston personal injury lawyer at Tiano O’Dell, PLLC to make sure your legal rights are secured. Contact our offices today at (304) 720-6700.
Note: This post was written for informational purposes only. This post is based on information from secondary sources, and our team has not independently verified the accident details. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Tiano O’Dell, PLLC so we can update the post with accurate information. We will also remove the post upon request.
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